1974 Lancia Beta vs. 2007 Toyota Quantum
To start off, 2007 Toyota Quantum is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Quantum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Quantum (149 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1974 Lancia Beta. (81 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Quantum should accelerate faster than 1974 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Quantum weights approximately 1035 kg more than 1974 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Toyota Quantum is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Toyota Quantum. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Lancia Beta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Toyota Quantum (241 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lancia Beta. (109 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Quantum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lancia Beta | 2007 Toyota Quantum | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Beta | Quantum |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 14 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 2035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 2290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3120 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 70 L |
